

Submissive Guide
Submissive Guide
We are a podcast sharing BDSM articles from Submissive Guide. We believe education and shared knowledge are key to learning and exploring BDSM and D/s relationships.Since 2009, Submissive Guide's mission has been to provide down to earth educational BDSM content that can really help people learn and explore kink and D/s relationships in a healthy way. That is our continued goal.No matter where you are in your submissive journey, we'll be there.
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Nov 6, 2024 • 19min
Exploring Online Submission: Truths, Risks, and Safety Tips | Submissive Guide
Like the show? Let us know! Comments, suggestions are open.We’ll cover the complexities of online submission, offering various safe environments to explore and learn the nuances of BDSM and discuss the potential benefits and dangers. We’ll help you navigate the online BDSM landscape with confidence and care. 🎧 Leave a review or share this episode with someone you care about. Every listen helps more submissives find the tools they need to thrive. ----Become a member and get more from Submissive Guide today.►http://patreon.com/subguideA very special thank you to all who have joined our Patreon. You have helped transform Submissive Guide into one of the leading BDSM education sources online. We're overwhelmed with your generosity and support. Thank you._____Looking for Submissive Guide elsewhere?►Site: http://www.submissiveguide.com►Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/subguide►Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/subguide►FetLife: http://fetlife.submissiveguide.com►YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/subguide►Patreon: https://patreon.com/subguide►Discord: http://subgui.de/chatCheck Out My Books!►https://subgui.de/store

Sep 4, 2024 • 24min
10 Things You Can Start Today To Be a Better Submissive | Submissive Guide
Like the show? Let us know! Comments, suggestions are open.A question I see asked all the time is, "How can I be a better submissive?" Here are a few things you can do to improve your submission and service without much work.Resources - Non-sexual Service and How To Add It To Your DynamicHow Making a Cup of Coffee Centers MeRitual Ideas: High Tea, Japanese Tea Ceremony and Formal Dining3 Reasons a "Perpetual Student" Mindset Is Vital to KinkCreate SMART Goals For Your New Year's Resolutions and Reach Your Goals This Year!The Importance of Journaling Your Submission5 Simple Steps to Creating a Personal Submissive Mantra365 Days of SubmissionLearning Good Observation Skills for Better Submissive AwarenessEntering the Community: The Different Ways to Socialize with Local KinkstersFinding Your Submissive Voice: Speak Up for Better, Honest CommunicationActive Submission Means Always Improving YourselfA Submissive's Prime Directive: Take Care of the PropertySubmissive Guide FetLife Group 🎧 Leave a review or share this episode with someone you care about. Every listen helps more submissives find the tools they need to thrive. ----Become a member and get more from Submissive Guide today.►http://patreon.com/subguideA very special thank you to all who have joined our Patreon. You have helped transform Submissive Guide into one of the leading BDSM education sources online. We're overwhelmed with your generosity and support. Thank you._____Looking for Submissive Guide elsewhere?►Site: http://www.submissiveguide.com►Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/subguide►Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/subguide►FetLife: http://fetlife.submissiveguide.com►YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/subguide►Patreon: https://patreon.com/subguide►Discord: http://subgui.de/chatCheck Out My Books!►https://subgui.de/store

Jul 3, 2024 • 18min
Creating a Safe Space: Enhancing Communication in D/s Relationships | Submissive Guide
Like the show? Let us know! Comments, suggestions are open.Let's discuss how to build healthy communication skills in our D/s relationship and what a safe environment for difficult conversations looks like. I’ll give you the tools to develop a report with your partner that is full of trust, shared vulnerability, and compassion. You’ll learn that a safe environment for those challenging talks requires planning and mutual agreements to work as they should. Resources:Conversation Starters for Difficult Conversations: https://www.wikihow.com/images/sampledocs/f/Conversation-Starters-for-Difficult-Conversations.pdf Kink Friendly Therapists:Psychology Today - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/sex-positive-kink-alliedKink Friendly Therapy - http://kinkfriendlytherapy.com/resources-3/resources/Kink Aware Professionals Directory - https://www.kapprofessionals.org/Domestic Abuse Hotlines:US: https://www.thehotline.org/UK: https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/EU: https://www.improve-horizon.eu/helplines 🎧 Leave a review or share this episode with someone you care about. Every listen helps more submissives find the tools they need to thrive. ----Become a member and get more from Submissive Guide today.►http://patreon.com/subguideA very special thank you to all who have joined our Patreon. You have helped transform Submissive Guide into one of the leading BDSM education sources online. We're overwhelmed with your generosity and support. Thank you._____Looking for Submissive Guide elsewhere?►Site: http://www.submissiveguide.com►Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/subguide►Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/subguide►FetLife: http://fetlife.submissiveguide.com►YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/subguide►Patreon: https://patreon.com/subguide►Discord: http://subgui.de/chatCheck Out My Books!►https://subgui.de/store

May 1, 2024 • 15min
Navigating the Challenges of a Vanilla Partner in a Kink World | Submissive Guide
Like the show? Let us know! Comments, suggestions are open.Often, we discover our desire to be submissive or kinky when we are already in a relationship and are not sure really how to proceed with that. Let’s cover what you should do to prepare to talk to your partner about your newfound interest, how you can encourage a submissive mindset on your own, and how you can slowly bring kink into the bedroom. Read the article: https://submissiveguide.com/dsrelationships/articles/making-him-the-dom-of-your-dreams-working-with-the-man-you-have Initiating a Discussion about BDSM with Your Partner:Initiating a Discussion about BDSM Interest with Your Partner - ted_subby - Part 1 of a 3-part series. Highly recommended.Ask SehAnru | Communicating Kinky Needs to a Vanilla Partner - SehAnruEstablishing a Safe, Trusting Environment for Talk - lunaKMResources:Recommended Reading ListsCreating a Personal Submissive ProtocolJoin our Discord Server - https://subgui.de/chat 🎧 Leave a review or share this episode with someone you care about. Every listen helps more submissives find the tools they need to thrive. ----Become a member and get more from Submissive Guide today.►http://patreon.com/subguideA very special thank you to all who have joined our Patreon. You have helped transform Submissive Guide into one of the leading BDSM education sources online. We're overwhelmed with your generosity and support. Thank you._____Looking for Submissive Guide elsewhere?►Site: http://www.submissiveguide.com►Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/subguide►Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/subguide►FetLife: http://fetlife.submissiveguide.com►YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/subguide►Patreon: https://patreon.com/subguide►Discord: http://subgui.de/chatCheck Out My Books!►https://subgui.de/store

Mar 6, 2024 • 11min
Crafting Your Collaring Ceremony: Themes, Rituals, and Celebrations | Submissive Guide
Like the show? Let us know! Comments, suggestions are open.Receiving your collar is a special occasion for many submissives and slaves. When a collar comes into view, some people want to commemorate that with a ceremony. Let’s discuss collars, their symbolism in D/s and M/s relationships, and how you can build a formal ceremony around declaring your commitment to each other.Article: https://submissiveguide.com/dsrelationships/articles/how-to-plan-a-formal-collaring-ceremony Resources: Expectations of a Collar: How Ready Are You to Accept One?Here is a list of collaring ceremony stories I found online to get you started in your research to build your ceremony.Our Ceremony of Roses, Vow Renewal, and Re-collaring by Mrs DarlingOur Collaring Ceremony on the space betweenMy collaring ceremony script from my polyamorous commitment ceremony on Offbeat WedPlanning Our Collaring Ceremony on The ChateauCollaring Ceremony and Ceremony of the Roses on House of DaseinCeremony From The Heart: The Collaring Ceremony by Norische 🎧 Leave a review or share this episode with someone you care about. Every listen helps more submissives find the tools they need to thrive. ----Become a member and get more from Submissive Guide today.►http://patreon.com/subguideA very special thank you to all who have joined our Patreon. You have helped transform Submissive Guide into one of the leading BDSM education sources online. We're overwhelmed with your generosity and support. Thank you._____Looking for Submissive Guide elsewhere?►Site: http://www.submissiveguide.com►Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/subguide►Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/subguide►FetLife: http://fetlife.submissiveguide.com►YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/subguide►Patreon: https://patreon.com/subguide►Discord: http://subgui.de/chatCheck Out My Books!►https://subgui.de/store

Feb 7, 2024 • 15min
The Truth About Topping from the Bottom | Submissive Guide
Like the show? Let us know! Comments, suggestions are open. Let’s break down what topping from the bottom is, why it’s so bad, how it can be good, and learn some tricks to stop the poor behavior in its tracks that leads to it.Read the article: https://submissiveguide.com/fundamentals/articles/why-you-should-know-the-truth-about-topping-from-the-bottomChat with the Discord community! https://subgui.de/chatResources:Arcane Advice article on Topping from the Bottom: https://arcaneadvice.com/all-lessons-a-z/topping-from-the-bottom-why-its-bad-and-when-its-good/Resistance Play: https://www.kinkly.com/definition/810/resistance-playHealthy Communication Skills on Submissive Guide: https://submissiveguide.com/search?query=healthy+communication 🎧 Leave a review or share this episode with someone you care about. Every listen helps more submissives find the tools they need to thrive. ----Become a member and get more from Submissive Guide today.►http://patreon.com/subguideA very special thank you to all who have joined our Patreon. You have helped transform Submissive Guide into one of the leading BDSM education sources online. We're overwhelmed with your generosity and support. Thank you._____Looking for Submissive Guide elsewhere?►Site: http://www.submissiveguide.com►Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/subguide►Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/subguide►FetLife: http://fetlife.submissiveguide.com►YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/subguide►Patreon: https://patreon.com/subguide►Discord: http://subgui.de/chatCheck Out My Books!►https://subgui.de/store

Dec 6, 2023 • 12min
Every Good Conversation Starts with Active Listening | Submissive Guide
Like the show? Let us know! Comments, suggestions are open.Communication is a key topic to developing and maintaining healthy, open relationships. But many of us need to learn what good communication looks like and have problems with at least one part of good communication techniques.Read the article: https://submissiveguide.com/communication/articles/every-good-conversation-starts-with-good-listening 🎧 Leave a review or share this episode with someone you care about. Every listen helps more submissives find the tools they need to thrive. ----Become a member and get more from Submissive Guide today.►http://patreon.com/subguideA very special thank you to all who have joined our Patreon. You have helped transform Submissive Guide into one of the leading BDSM education sources online. We're overwhelmed with your generosity and support. Thank you._____Looking for Submissive Guide elsewhere?►Site: http://www.submissiveguide.com►Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/subguide►Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/subguide►FetLife: http://fetlife.submissiveguide.com►YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/subguide►Patreon: https://patreon.com/subguide►Discord: http://subgui.de/chatCheck Out My Books!►https://subgui.de/store

Nov 1, 2023 • 12min
Learning Good Observation Skills for Better Submissive Awareness | Submissive Guide
Like the show? Let us know! Comments, suggestions are open.One of the best skills a submissive can learn is observation. Observation can also be neglected in your daily and work life, so learning requires you to reteach your mind, eyes, focus, and attention. It's so worth it.Read the article: https://submissiveguide.com/skills/articles/learning-good-observation-skillsFurther Reading:Anticipatory ServicePersonality and Behavior Tests:Meyers-Briggs Type IndicatorThe Big FivePredictive IndexStrengths Finder 🎧 Leave a review or share this episode with someone you care about. Every listen helps more submissives find the tools they need to thrive. ----Become a member and get more from Submissive Guide today.►http://patreon.com/subguideA very special thank you to all who have joined our Patreon. You have helped transform Submissive Guide into one of the leading BDSM education sources online. We're overwhelmed with your generosity and support. Thank you._____Looking for Submissive Guide elsewhere?►Site: http://www.submissiveguide.com►Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/subguide►Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/subguide►FetLife: http://fetlife.submissiveguide.com►YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/subguide►Patreon: https://patreon.com/subguide►Discord: http://subgui.de/chatCheck Out My Books!►https://subgui.de/store

Oct 4, 2023 • 17min
What Everyone Ought to Know About Finding and Managing BDSM Limits | Submissive Guide
Like the show? Let us know! Comments, suggestions are open.Your limits are unique to you and may change over time as you gain experience and self-awareness. Embrace the opportunity for self-discovery and pleasure as you unlock the secrets to understanding and embracing your BDSM limits.Read the Article: https://submissiveguide.com/fundamentals/articles/what-everyone-ought-to-know-about-finding-and-managing-limits Further Reading:BDSM Limits ExplainedUsing Checklists to Figure Out Your Kinky LimitsEstablishing Boundaries & Limits in BDSMNovices and Newbies Group on FetLifeNew Guide on Anal Play - OUT NOW! https://subgui.de/analplay 🎧 Leave a review or share this episode with someone you care about. Every listen helps more submissives find the tools they need to thrive. ----Become a member and get more from Submissive Guide today.►http://patreon.com/subguideA very special thank you to all who have joined our Patreon. You have helped transform Submissive Guide into one of the leading BDSM education sources online. We're overwhelmed with your generosity and support. Thank you._____Looking for Submissive Guide elsewhere?►Site: http://www.submissiveguide.com►Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/subguide►Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/subguide►FetLife: http://fetlife.submissiveguide.com►YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/subguide►Patreon: https://patreon.com/subguide►Discord: http://subgui.de/chatCheck Out My Books!►https://subgui.de/store

Aug 2, 2023 • 16min
Moans, Groans, and Beyond: A Beginner’s Guide to Dirty Talk | Submissive Guide
Like the show? Let us know! Comments, suggestions are open.Explore the journey of embracing dirty talk. With practical tips, personal stories, and valuable resources, readers are encouraged to break free from inhibitions and discover the liberating potential of vocalizing desires and fantasies.Read the article: https://submissiveguide.com/fundamentals/articles/how-to-talk-dirtyFurther Reading:How to Be Responsive During PlayExhibitionism for the Shy: Show Off, Dress Up and Talk Hot! by Carol QueenSex Talk: Uncensored Exercises for Exploring What Really Turns You On by Lauren DockettThe Dirty Slang DictionaryNew Guide on Anal Play - OUT NOW! https://subgui.de/analplay 🎧 Leave a review or share this episode with someone you care about. Every listen helps more submissives find the tools they need to thrive. ----Become a member and get more from Submissive Guide today.►http://patreon.com/subguideA very special thank you to all who have joined our Patreon. You have helped transform Submissive Guide into one of the leading BDSM education sources online. We're overwhelmed with your generosity and support. Thank you._____Looking for Submissive Guide elsewhere?►Site: http://www.submissiveguide.com►Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/subguide►Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/subguide►FetLife: http://fetlife.submissiveguide.com►YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/subguide►Patreon: https://patreon.com/subguide►Discord: http://subgui.de/chatCheck Out My Books!►https://subgui.de/store


